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Wapiti resident Jerald Erik Kinkade is among a group of landowners who say a proposed cell tower would ruin their views, damage their property values and damage their way of life. Kinkade, whose property borders the site, included this photo in a recent declaration filed in court records because ‘words are insufficient to describe the magnificence of the view I am blessed to see from my property.’

Wapiti landowners seek to join legal battle over ‘monstrous’ cellphone tower

If a developer is allowed to build a new 195-foot-tall cellphone tower in Wapiti, the structure “will blight one of the West’s most unblemished and spectacular viewsheds,” a group … more

By CJ Baker | 7/18/23

The Northwest College Concert Choir and Powell High School Choir team up at the 2021 Vespers Concert at First United Methodist Church in Powell. The event is scheduled for Wednesday night at 7 p.m., but those wanting a good seat need to come well in advance of the start time.

Annual Vespers concert scheduled for Dec. 7

The Northwest College Collegiate Chorale and Powell High School Concert Choir are combining again to present the annual Vespers Concert on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at First United Methodist Church in … more

12/6/22

From left, Josie Griffin, Megan Jacobsen, Kalin Hicwsa and Gretel Opps stand in front of the panther statue at Powell High School. All four students received the Trustees’ Scholars Award to use at the University of Wyoming.

Four PHS seniors receive trustees’ scholarship

Four high achieving Powell High School seniors’ education will be paid for by the University of Wyoming. This year, Powell High School seniors Josie Griffin, Kalin Hicswa, Megan Jacobsen … more

By Gabby Paterson | 3/7/23

Powell Valley Recycling is holding onto its bales of cardboard until the price goes back up for the commodity and it’s once again worth shipping. Board member Jerry Rodriguez said there are 3-4 truckloads stacked up already.

Recycling center looking for more people to recycle, more funding to repair baler

The Powell Valley Recycling Center may be stockpiling compressed bales of cardboard boxes and plastic milk jugs and pop cans waiting on higher sale prices and/or lower shipping rates, but the staff … more

By Zac Taylor | 4/20/23

The Powell City Council doesn’t want to revisit the city’s rules for backyard chickens. On Monday, councilors declined a citizen’s request to allow more than four chickens per lot.

Council ‘bawks’ at allowing more backyard chickens

Powell City Council members are not eggs-actly excited about allowing more backyard chickens. On Monday, council members rejected a citizen’s request to increase the current four-chicken per … more

By CJ Baker | 5/4/23

Change for license plates for light trailers starts July 1

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is reminding residents about upcoming changes to license plates for light trailers. Starting July 1, owners of light trailers — defined as trailers … more

6/22/23

Second trial may be avoided in Cody murder case

A Cody man who is alleged to have caused the death of his toddler in 2021 is set to go to trial this fall. However, a prosecutor said last week that he thinks the case against Moshe Williams will be … more

By CJ Baker | 7/18/23

Man claims he was robbed while trying to buy $5K Rolex from men he met at gas station

GILLETTE (WNE) — A 39-year-old man claimed that he was robbed after he suspected he was being scammed while trying to buy a Rolex watch Sunday afternoon. The man told police that he was … more

7/27/23

BLM announces oil and gas lease sale in Wyoming

CHEYENNE — The Bureau of Land Management Wyoming State Office recently announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for March 5, 2024, to offer 30 oil and gas parcels totaling 13,417 acres in … more

12/21/23

Park County Republican Women offer scholarships

Park County Republican Women is offering four $1,000 scholarships to all Park County graduating senior girls in Meeteetse, Powell and Cody. Applications may be obtained from school counselors or by … more

3/7/23

Grizzly bear killed near Yellowstone

Responding to the scene of a dead grizzly bear Monday, officials found a mature boar shot and killed just off the North Fork Highway at MP 14 near the East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park. … more

By Mark Davis | 5/4/23

Cowboy chef and humorist Kent Rollins will sign copies of his newest cookbook at a Sunday block party in Ten Sleep. The event is free, but donations will benefit the Ten Sleep library.

Famed chef featured at Sunday block party in Ten Sleep

On Sunday afternoon, best-selling author, cowboy chef and media personality Kent Rollins will sign copies of his newest cookbook in Ten Sleep. The event will take place from 2-4 p.m. at the Ten … more

6/22/23

Hageman votes for National Defense Authorization Act

CHEYENNE (WNE) — On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman, (R-Wyo.), voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act, which passed the House 219-210. The FY24 NDAA provides for the … more

7/18/23

Washakie County asks for help locating missing person

Washakie County resident Breanna Mitchell has been missing since July 22 according to the Washakie County Sheriff’s Office. Mitchell’s vehicle was reported stuck near Nowater Trail … more

7/27/23

Wyoming Game and Fish Department staff at watercraft check stations inspected more than 73,000 boats last season.

AIS watercraft check stations break records for high-risk inspections, decontaminations and mussel boats in 2023

CHEYENNE — Wyoming once again faced an increased risk from aquatic invasive species in 2023, but remains free of invasive mussels. Over the inspection season, Wyoming Game and Fish … more

12/21/23

Third annual Kubota Hometown Proud grant program now open

Kubota Tractor Corporation recently announced its third annual community revitalization grant program, Kubota Hometown Proud, and Heart Mountain Equipment in Powell is calling on the city to submit a … more

3/7/23

Kickstart Wyoming scholarship program geared toward those aged 24 and older

ROCK SPRINGS (WNE) — Kickstart Wyoming’s Tomorrow Scholarship is a new state-wide program that offers up to $1,800 per semester toward tuition at Wyoming’s eight community colleges … more

5/4/23

Man arrested after challenging police to a fight

GILLETTE (WNE) — A 52-year-old man was arrested for breach of peace and interference after resisting arrest Thursday night when he challenged police to a fight. A 45-year-old woman said … more

6/13/23

Beartooth Electric names new general manager 

RED LODGE — The Beartooth Electric Cooperative (BEC) board of trustees recently announced Pat Patterson as the electric cooperative’s new general manager. “We were very … more

6/22/23

Gray, other election officials support investigation into 2020 election interference

CHEYENNE — On July 12, Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray, along with West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner, Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft, Ohio Secretary of State … more

7/18/23